Global EV Comparison: Mini Cooper SE vs Honda e Base
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) for as low as €14900, while the Honda e (2020-2022) begins at €14900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | - Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €14900 | €14900 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 4.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) has a larger battery, the Honda e (2020-2022) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 177 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 234 km | 222 km |
| Range (GCC) | 184 km | 189 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 32.6 kWh | 35.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 28.9 kWh | 28.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.37 km/kWh | 6.63 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 49 kW, while the Honda e (2020-2022) maxes out at 46 kW.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Honda e (2020-2022) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 49 kW | 46 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 3.5 |
Performance
The Honda e (2020-2022) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 315 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 145 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The Honda e (2020-2022) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3845 mm | 3894 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1727 mm | 1752 mm |
| Height | 1432 mm | 1512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2495 mm | 2538 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) features a larger trunk, but the Honda e (2020-2022) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1440 kg | 1588 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 211 l | 171 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 731 l | 861 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.5 | 3.8 |
